Engineering, ABIP & EAS
FCC to Mandate Required Backup Power for Broadcasters?
Radio World reports that the latest Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) from the FCC “could ultimately lead to a new expense for U.S. radio and TV broadcasters that don’t already have backup power at their transmission sites.” The FCC has launched the NPRM to improve the reliability and resiliency of communications networks during disasters. It…
Read MoreMonthly Engineering Spotlight: Justin Poquette
MAB’s Engineering Spotlight is back on a monthly basis. Nominate an engineer you know! Email Dan Kelley at dkelley@michmab.com. Justin Poquette is Director of Network Engineering for Radio Results Network (Escanaba), a 5, then 9, then 10 and now 15 radio station group, He’s been there for 10 years part time *board op//engineering intern* and…
Read MoreProtect Your Stations from Random FCC Inspections
You say that the FCC doesn’t do random inspections anymore? Not true, they do. It’s easier than ever before. With so much of our business activities available in our public file and on electronic forms at the FCC, they can easily inspect a station without ever coming to your door. Additionally they still investigate complaints. COVID…
Read MoreNominations Open for 2021 NAB Technology Awards, Highlighting Significant Achievements in Broadcast Engineering
The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has opened the nomination period for the 2021 Technology Awards. The three awards highlight significant achievements in the fields of broadcast engineering and digital leadership and will be presented on June 17 at a special NAB Amplify event. Awardees will also be recognized at the 2021 NAB Show, held…
Read MoreRigid Copper Line Stolen from WBKB Transmitter Site
WBKB-TV (Alpena) reports that the station’s transmitter site was broken into New Year’s week and 400 pounds of rigid copper coaxial transmission line was stolen from the site. In reporting the theft in a newscast, the station suspects the burglars likely are selling the copper at salvage for money. The station asks that anyone with…
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